2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1986 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 205 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 610 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 205. (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1986 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Stilo | 205 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
